Sanding discs

[breadstick]

Not sure if this is the right place to ask, but here goes.  I have a belt sander that has an 8" sanding disc.  It's nearly impossible to find that size locally, but I can find 6 inch.  Would there really be any harm in using the 6" or 7" discs on this machine?

[Rob Roy]

Not sure if this is the right place to ask, but here goes.  I have a belt sander that has an 8" sanding disc.  It's nearly impossible to find that size locally, but I can find 6 inch.  Would there really be any harm in using the 6" or 7" discs on this machine?

Hi Nathan, I would use full sheets and use the disc as a template to make your own. The Standard size sheet is usually 9 inches X 11 inches. (in the UK anyway) Hope this helps.

Rob Roy.

[Bill WIlson]

Take a look at Klingspor.

 

http://www.woodworkingshop.com/category.aspx?id=21&f1=8%22+X+NO+HOLE

[oldhudson]

I often purchase abrasives from Klingspor. Hugh variety and reasonable pricing. 

[amazingkevin]

Make your own